A recent outbreak of MRSA among teenagers has prompted doctors to re-evaluate the use of antibiotics for those suffering from acne.

There was a time when women stricken with acne were afraid of exposing their faces to light lest the blemishes of present and past acne scars be revealed. In a twist of fate, "light" specifically, laser light has come to be one of the newer methods employed in the treatment of atrophic acne and the removal of scars.

Here is a short review of acne treatments available today: 1. OTC treatments: Benzoyl peroxide, resorcinol, sulfur and salicylic acid. (Henkel, 1995) 2. Prescription Treatments - Adapalene (Differin), Azelaic Acid (Azelex, Finacea), Clindamycin, Isotretinoin (Accutane), Ortho Tri-cyclen (Dianette/ Diane 35, etc.), Tretinoin (Retin-A)

Learn simple strategies and tips to help you get rid of acne permanently. Find out the truth about acne treatments and what you need to do to get clear, healthy skin.

Here are some of the myths I found about acne treatment.

Your skin naturally sheds dead cells every day, which helps to keep it smooth and fresh looking. But after the age of 35, the dead cells that make up the outer layer of your skin are not shed as rapidly as when you were younger.

Severe acne can be disfiguring and cause emotional trauma for a sufferer. Knowing the need and when to seek medical help is an important step to take when confronted with this problem.